Assistant Director of Recruiting

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis.

About the Role

The Assistant Director of Recruiting provides championship caliber support to the recruiting efforts of Fighting Illini Football. This staff member will be a valued asset of the recruiting staff, primarily coordinating logistics of recruiting efforts of the coaching staff to enhance the quality and efficiency of recruiting travel and its post-trip requirements, including financial documentation. This position will effectively liaise with coaches and recruiting contacts to positively represent the program and is expected to operate in a manner that promotes a life-changing, student-athlete experience.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting and Personnel Operations
  • Assist in the organization and execution of the football program’s recruiting efforts.
  • Plan and coordinate football coach travel to and from campus recruiting visits including practices, competition, high schools, and in-home visits.
  • Advise on and effectively communicate to football staff on recruiting trip logistics and troubleshoot situations as they arise.
  • Engage in general recruiting correspondence with prospective student-athletes, their families, coaches, and administrators.
  • Communicate with school administrators and coaches, providing details on recruiting visits to their respective institutions while cultivating meaningful relationships.
  • Identify, evaluate, and track prospective student-athletes through high school, junior college, and transfer portal recruiting.
• On-Campus Recruiting and Personnel
  • Assist the on-campus recruiting team with coordination of official and unofficial visits.
  • Input pre- and post-visit compliance documents and ticket requests into the compliance software.
  • Support game-day recruiting operations and execution of on-campus recruiting events.
  • Engage with recruits and guests during campus visits.
  • Engage with local companies, restaurants, and venues in the community to involve with recruiting events.
  • Coordinate correspondence with high school coaches for camps, clinics, and general recruiting materials.
  • Manage recruiting databases and maintain accurate records of prospect evaluations, communications, and recruiting activities.
  • Coordinate prospect and family interactions during campus visits to ensure a first-class recruiting experience.
• Financial Operations
  • Help maintain and organize assigned expense records of the football program.
  • Assist in reimbursements and reconciliation in Emburse and Purchasing Card Application.
  • Collaborate with the General Manager on related tasks to maintain effective and efficient completion.
• Team Operations
  • Assist with other team events and projects as needed to help the football program.
  • Other duties as assigned by the head coach, chief of staff, or general manager.

Working Conditions

• Will work nights and weekends.
• Will travel.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Sports Administration, Communication, or closely related field.
• Experience: At least one year of experience working with a collegiate or professional football program, either as a player or personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior football administrative recruiting experience.

Skills

• Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules that relate to this position.
• Understands and displays professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff.
• Prioritizes and contributes to the life-changing student-athlete experience.
• Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Commitment to the Athletics Department and University's mission and values.
• Flexible to various scheduling, including nights, weekend work, some holidays, and team travel.
• Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

Pay

Salary range is $45,000 - $55,000 commensurate with experience.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Retirement Plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.